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I was terminated today from my job at cibc. I have had mental health issues that I was dealing with. I was put on a performance improvement plan but in the warning letter I got there were some facts that were wrong. Also my manager added more to my work load and declined to join meeting with me after knowing I needed help. Do I have any recourse?
My employer changed ownership while I was on maternity leave. The new owner is offering me a role lower in qualifications (& presumably salary) than my current role. He’s trying to make it more tempting by offering remote working and part time. I’d be interested in both but not in the role offered. What are my options?
Can WSIB refuse my claim of human rights discrimination with HRTO? I want compensation for the harassment I've endured, WSIB is a shield to protect employers. If I leave my employer because I was essentially constructively dismissed, can WSIB still block my constitutional rights to seeking remedies through the courts of competent jurisdiction?
I received a letter of Termination on Monday, September 12th, 2018 via email indicating that due to a continued pattern of ineffective behaviours and attitude That have proven to be detrimental to the company and staff. I had been harrassed by a team member and spoke with her and followed up in writing. The owner did not assist. In May I was informed that my position was to be posted on Indeed as it was easier to fill for a 6 maternity leave. My position was Admistrative Assistant/Receptionist which I held for 14 months. I begged to keep my position however I was told to suck it up. Then more and more responsibilities were put on me. The mat leave was to start in July. I was afraid to lose my job. I agreed to take the Mat leave position as Files Coordinator. The owners met with me about me having no confidence etc. Then I was told they had a new plan to leave me in my position and hire an Intake Person to cover the mat leave. Harrassment grew with File Coordinator including stalking off and off the premises. I had to seek medical attention due to stress which grew in July. My doctor increased my BP medication. The one owner said to come to her at any time as the 2 owners worked from home. Almost daily was a situation regarding my job and my personal time with the File Coordinator. The 1 owner encouraged me and coached me on how to deal with each situation and said not to let her get away with then. I was called the go to person. The owner wanted to to update her how the office was running, were staff on time, were they getting their work done. In the meantime I was becoming very anxious and having panic attacks. The 1 owner suggested documenting everything as documents were disappointing from my desk, my personal cabinets were being ransacked etc. I was encouraged to bring all of this to a team meeting for conflict resolution. I sent my agenda topics . The meeting was held without me due to vacation. I had met with the files Coordinator a 2nd time with a staff member to witness. Upon returning from vacation the owner who had been assisting me conducted a meeting over the phone faulting me for communicating directing with the File Coordinator. I explained how I was been stalked and micromanaged. She suggested I leave things in the past and be the bigger person. At this point I emailed both of them saying I was becoming afraid due to the actions of the other party and more concerned as she denied everything or claimed she didn't remember. My email was not acknowledged. Last weekend my anxiety took over and I said I did not feel safe around the other party and would talk to the Ministry of Labour and would be seeing my doctor. I then received the termination notice. I was also informed by the other party only young people would be hired. This was around the time I showed hesitation around my position being taken away. I know this is long. I'm sorry.
Hello, I was terminated shortly after 3-month period without cause in British Columbia. Salary based employee - left another company to purse this opportunity. Reason: lack cultural fit. Employer was aware of work culture of my former employer when hire me. I was offered minimum severance (1 week) in accordance with legislation per termination clause in signed employment offer (see below for clause). I did not accept their offer and after 3 months have since found employment in Ontario - lower salary plus I absorbed the cost to relocate. Is the termination clause enforceable with only minimum severance? If file a suit, would it be done in BC or Ontario? Would lawyer in BC or Ontario represent? Please advice. Termination clause: per for any reason whatsoever, on payment to you of compensation for length of service in accordance with the requirements of the British Columbia Employment Standards Act in force at the time of your termination. For greater certainty, Company X's maximum liability to you for wrongful dismissal, severance pay, or payment in lieu of notice shall be limited to payment of the amount as specified in the British Columbia Employment Standards Act.
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